CTK / Tool Accountability Inspection — what QA looks for

Tool control program: inventories, MRLs, broken/missing tool procedures, lost tool response. (composite tool kit · tool room · TCMax / tool control)

What QA looks for
QA should inspect CTKs and tool accountability by verifying:

1. Inventory documentation and timing: Visual inventory of dispatchable CTKs when issued, at job/task completion, and upon return to storage [DAFMAN 21-200 para 9.4.2.1]; visual inventory of non-dispatchable CTKs prior to use and end of shift if opened [DAFMAN 21-200 para 9.4.2.2]; shift inventories documented by both outgoing and incoming personnel [DAFMAN 21-200 para 9.4.2].

2. CTK accountability procedures: Ensure CTK procedures meet the intent of the publication; obtain listing of CTK numbers or other identification means for coordination [AFI 21-101 AFRC Sup 920RQW Sup para 8.2.12.1]; inventory contractor tools before work begins and before team departs [AFI 21-101 AFRC Sup 920RQW Sup para 8.2.12.1].

3. Tracking systems: Verify CTK and support section inspections are tracked [DAFI 21-101 para 8.5.1.2.3]; locally manufactured tools tracked in TcMax® per CTK requirements [AFI 21-101 AFRC Sup 920RQW Sup para 8.2.12.1.1].

4. Lost/damaged item handling: Verify lost or missing items handled per procedure [DAFMAN 21-200 para 9.4.2.4]; broken/damaged items annotated on Master Inventory List and MIS updated [DAFMAN 21-200 para 9.6.4].

5. Annual inventory: Conduct and document annual inventory of all tools and equipment [ACCI 21-1709 para 6.2.8].

6. Consumables: Account for consumables

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🔎 Derived guidance — no indexed publication publishes a literal checklist for this specific inspection or evaluation. Each item above is inferred by applying the cited governing requirement to it. The controlling document is the published RIL / MICT checklist or your locally approved evaluation list — pull it before inspecting or writing a finding.
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AFI 21-101 AFRC Sup 920RQW Sup · para 8.2.12.1.1 as of 2023-04-18 · View in PDF → · official source ↗

ed 920 RQW) Inspections for locally manufactured tools and equipment shall be tracked in TcMax®, in alignment with CTK requirements. 8.2.12.1. (Added 920 RQW) FSRs/DFTs/CFTs shall show full accountability for tools in accordance with the applicable portion of the contract or comply with this publication. A listing of CTK numbers or other means of tool identification is obtained by MXG/QA for coordination and accountability. MXG/QA will ensure that CTK procedures meet the intent of this document. MXG/QA personnel will inventory contractor tools before work begins and before the team departs. 8.2.12.1.1. (Added - 920 RQW) 943 MXS, Support section will establish TcMax® profiles for FSRs/DFTs/FSRs if using squadron-owned CTKs/equipment. 8.2.13.2. (Added 920 RQW) The AFRC Form 175 Broken/Missin

DAFMAN 21-200 · para 9.4.2.4 as of 2025-05-07 · View in PDF → · official source ↗

each shift. (T-3) Units will ensure separate shift inventories are documented by both outgoing and incoming personnel. (T-3) 9.4.2. Inventory Procedures. 9.4.2.1. Perform a visual inventory of all dispatchable CTKs, tools, and equipment when issued for use, at the completion of job or tasks in the Missile Alert Facility/Launch Control Center or flightline areas, and when returned to the tool storage facility. (T-3) 9.4.2.2. Perform a visual inventory of all non-dispatchable CTKs, tools, and equipment prior to use and at the end of each shift if opened. 9.4.2.3. Account for consumables by quantity or unit of issue and replenish them as they are used. (T-3) 9.4.2.4. Handle lost or missing items in accordance with paragraph 9.6. 9.4.2.5. Process reports of survey for CTKs, tools, and equipme

DAFI 21-101 · para 8.5.2 as of 2026-03-16 · View in PDF → · official source ↗

do not have to be tracked in TCMax®. However, HAZMAT and supply procedures will be followed. (T-3) 8.5.1.2.2. Track authorizations/restrictions for special tools/equipment (by individual). (T-3) 8.5.1.2.3. Track CTK and Support Section inspections. (T-3) 8.5.1.2.4. Track spare, lost, damaged, and/or removed tools. (T-3) 8.5.1.2.5. Develop and manage tool/equipment inventories. (T-3) 8.5.1.2.6. Develop and manage deployment kits (import/export). (T-3) 8.5.1.3. If TCMax® is not available (such as at a deployed location), units will use the AF Form 1297, Temporary Issue Receipt, a MAJCOM, or locally approved form for accountability and control of CTKs, equipment, and tools. (T-3) 8.5.2. The CTK Shift Supervisor will account for all dispatchable/decentralized CTKs, tools, and equipment at the

DAFMAN 21-200 · para 9.6.4 as of 2025-05-07 · View in PDF → · official source ↗

r Inventory Lists will be updated to reflect the current inventory status of the CTK if the tool cannot be found. (T-3) The item will be replaced as soon as possible. 9.6.3. QA will maintain completed reports for trend analysis. (T-3) 9.6.4. If dispatchable or non-dispatchable equipment items are broken or damaged, annotate on the Master Inventory List. If the item has inspection and maintenance records maintained in a MIS, personnel will ensure the MIS is updated with the equipment discrepancy. (T-3) TOM D. MILLER, Lieutenant General, USAF DCS/Logistics, Engineering & Force Protection DAFMAN21-200 DECEMBER 13, 2024 87 Attachment 1

ACCI 21-1709 · para 6.2.8 as of 2025-04-07 · open official PDF ↗

ory requirements. As a minimum, units will conduct and document an annual inventory of all tools and equipment. (T-2) 6.2.3. Procedures for warranted tool management. 6.2.3.1. Procedures to tag/segregate unserviceable warranty tools. 6.2.4. Procedures for control and management of replacement, expendable and consumable hand tools, HAZMATs, and other items contained in CTKs. 6.2.5. Procedures for lost or missing tools. 6.2.6. Procedures to limit numbers of personnel authorized to procure tools. 6.2.7. Procedures for control of locally manufactured or developed tools and equipment. 6.2.8. Standardized procedures and responsibilities for decentralizing CTKs, tools, and equipment outside tool room/support section to meet mission requirements. 6.2.8.1. Inventory and accountability requirements

ACCI 21-1709 · para 6.3.3 as of 2025-04-07 · open official PDF ↗

o meet mission requirements. 6.2.8.1. Inventory and accountability requirements described in this ACCI apply equally to all decentralized CTKs tools, and equipment. 6.2.9. Procedures for control of tools and equipment permanently stored/located in trailers, vehicles, or Equipment Locations. 6.3. General Program Guidelines. 6.3.1. The Flight CC/SUPT or Det CC/Chief will designate CTK custodians. (T-2) 6.3.1.1. CTK custodians are responsible for tool accountability and control. 6.3.2. Flight CC/SUPT or Det CC/Chief will determine the type, size, and number of CTKs required for their work centers. (T-2) 6.3.3. Design CTKs to provide for quick inventory and accountability of tools. (Follow guidance below). ACCI21-1709 31 AUGUST 2023 45 6.3.4. CTK contents will be standardized to the maximum ex

CFETP 2T3X7 · para 6.13.4 as of 2025-04-28 · open official PDF ↗

9. Consumables/Expendables Turn-in - - - B - - 6.10. Process Inquiries - - - - - - 6.10.1. DPAS Warehouse Module * - - - - - - 6.10.2. Supply * - - - b - - 6.11. Tool Management - - - - - - 6.11.1. Manage Tool Crib/Composite Tool Kit (CTK) * - - - b - - 6.11.2. Manage Individual Tool Kit (ITK) * - - - b - - 6.11.3. Maintain Inspections/Calibrations * - - - b - - 6.11.4. Lost/Broken Tool Program - - - - - - 6.12. Green Procurement - - - A - - 6.13. DPAS Warehouse Module - - - - - - 6.13.1. Warehouse Fundamentals - - - - - - 6.13.2. Manage Accountability * - - - - - - 6.13.3. Process Requests * - - - - - - 6.13.4. Issue Inventory * - - - - - - 7. PRODUCTION CONTROL AND WORKLOAD SCHEDULING TR: AFI 24-302; TO 36-1-191; Fleet Management Information System User's Manual 7.1. Preventative Mainten

AFMAN 11-301 · para 3.7.4 as of 2025-09-29 · View in PDF → · official source ↗

a tool is lost, and what actions to take), in order to control and account for tools used in each AFE section. 3.7.2. AFE sections are authorized to manually track their CTKs and are not required to use TCMax or other maintenance automated systems for accountability and control of tools and equipment. 3.7.3. AFES, through CTK custodians, is responsible for tool and equipment accountability and control (i.e., knowing where all tools are and who has responsibility for them). 3.7.4. NCOICs will ensure when technicians sign out a CTK, individual tool, or piece of equipment, they are effectively responsible and accountable for the item/s until it is returned to its proper location and signed back in, at which point accountability transfers back to the CTK custodian. 3.7.5. AFE functions perform

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